French style bedside tables: baroque nightstands for bedroom and hotel
A baroque bedside table is the piece of furniture you use every evening and every morning. It holds your reading lamp, book and glass of water, and at the same time it frames the bed. Precisely because it is small, it shapes the look of a bedroom far more than you might expect.
Barockgrosshandel offers French style bedside tables and baroque nightstands in a wide range of colours and sizes, all in the elegant Louis look. Pieces from the Casa Padrino brand range from compact models with a marble top from around €340 to handmade nightstands with marquetry at around €9,000. We supply retailers, hotels, interior designers and private customers.
Hallmarks of a baroque bedside table
A baroque bedside table shares the design language of larger baroque furniture, just on a smaller scale. The front of the carcass is often bombé or serpentine. The legs sweep outwards in the cabriole form and end in scrolls or paw feet.
Carving with acanthus and shells, gilded edges and brass fittings are all part of the look. Some models feature inlays or a marble top. Others rely on painted finishes in white, blue or cream with gold accents.
The designs range from a slender side table with a single drawer to a nightstand with three drawers or with a drawer and a door. Round models and tables with a sculptural base, for instance in the shape of a swan, are also part of the range.
A special case are nightstands with Far Eastern motifs in black, gold and white. They combine baroque carcass shapes with lacquer painting. Pieces like these work well in bedrooms that deliberately play with contrast.
French style bedside tables in white, black, brown and gold
The colour determines how the bedside table reads in the room. A French style bedside table in white with gold looks bright and festive. It suits beds with an upholstered headboard in cream or pastel shades.
A black baroque bedside table creates a bold contrast. With red or gold details, the result is dramatic and thoroughly baroque. Chequered fronts in black and white, on the other hand, feel playful.
Brown tones and mahogany with inlays stand for the classic line. They harmonise with dark parquet and wooden beds. Gold and silver are the colours for glamorous rooms and pair well with mirrors and crystal chandeliers.
If you are unsure, take your cue from the bed. If the bed has a gold frame, the bedside table can be bolder. If the bed is simply upholstered, the bedside table takes on the role of the ornate accent. Curtains and rugs also help set the colour.
Dimensions and planning around the bed
The height of the bedside table should roughly match the top edge of the mattress. With tall baroque beds this is often between 65 and 75 cm. The models in the range fall right within this span.
The width depends on the space beside the bed. Compact models 40 to 55 cm wide also fit smaller bedrooms. Wider nightstands of around 70 cm offer more storage and a larger surface.
Leave a few centimetres between bed and bedside table so that the duvet and bedspread can hang freely. Make sure drawers and doors can open fully. If you are planning around large baroque beds, you will find the matching dimensions there.
Single pieces or pairs
A pair of matching bedside tables emphasises the symmetry so typical of the baroque. That is why several models are offered as a set. Colour, height and carving then match on both sides of the bed.
Different bedside tables on the left and right are also possible. In that case, colour or material should create a common thread. A gold chest on one side and a gold side table on the other look harmonious.
You will find a selection of suitable models under baroque style nightstands. If you need more storage in the bedroom, add one of the larger baroque chests of drawers to your bedside tables.
In commercial settings a set has a further advantage. When several rooms are furnished identically, reorders and replacements are simpler. In a private bedroom, on the other hand, it is mostly a question of taste whether you prefer unity or contrast.
Lighting on the bedside table
A bedside table calls for a lamp. A baroque style bedside lamp with a fabric shade and an ornate base gives warm reading light. It should suit the bedside table in size and colour.
On narrow models, a slim lamp with a small shade is enough. Wide nightstands can take larger lamps as well as books or decorative pieces. You will find a selection among our baroque table lamps.
Alternatively, wall lights can hang above the bedside tables, leaving the surface free. This solution is common in hotel rooms because it saves space and allows the lighting to be planned as a fixed element.
Baroque bedside tables for hotels and commercial projects
In hotel rooms and suites, the bedside table is a piece every guest uses. It has to be robust, easy to clean and offer enough space for a phone, a lamp and personal belongings. Models with a marble top are particularly well suited to this.
Matching bedside tables in every room give a hotel a recognisable signature. In suites, more elaborate pieces with carving and gilding are a fine choice. The hotel nightstands category shows models designed for this use.
When planning complete rooms, it is worth looking at baroque bedrooms, where bed, chest of drawers and bedside table are conceived together. We are happy to advise hotels and interior designers on quantities and finishes.
Restaurants and boutiques also use baroque bedside tables, for example as a surface in cloakrooms, changing rooms or lounges. There, a small side table with a marble top holds flowers, candles or brochures and blends in with the rest of the furniture.
Caring for lacquer, gilding and marble
Clean lacquered and gilded surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. Moisture and harsh cleaning agents damage gold leaf and paintwork. Put glasses on a coaster to avoid rings.
Marble tops can be wiped with a slightly damp cloth but should never meet acidic cleaners. Wipe away stains from cosmetics or drinks promptly. Solid wood is best kept out of direct sunlight and away from nearby radiators.
Drawers run more smoothly if you do not overload them. You will find more furniture in the same style for bedroom, salon and hallway among our baroque furniture.
Matching pieces from our range
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Frequently asked questions
How tall should a French style bedside table be?
Match the height to the top edge of the mattress. With baroque beds this is often between 65 and 75 cm. Most of the bedside tables in the range fall within this span.
Are baroque bedside tables also available in black?
Yes. The range includes black models with gold, with red and gold, and chequered fronts in black and white. Black looks particularly striking against pale walls and beside beds with light upholstery.
Which models are available in white?
White bedside tables come with gold, with blue and gold, or with cream and copper. They look bright and festive. Many white models are also offered as a set.
What is the difference between a bedside table and a nightstand?
In our range, a bedside table is usually a small table with a drawer or an open shelf. A nightstand, often called a bedside chest, has a closed carcass with several drawers or a door. It offers more storage.
Which bedside lamp suits a baroque bedside table?
A lamp with an ornate base and a fabric shade in one of the bedside table's colours looks harmonious. On narrow models the lamp should be slim. On wide nightstands it can be larger.
Are models with a marble top a good choice?
Marble is robust and easy to clean. That is a real advantage, especially in hotels and with frequent use. Just avoid acidic cleaners.
What price range do baroque bedside tables cover?
Prices range from around €340 for compact models to about €9,000 for handmade nightstands with marquetry. Sets of two bedside tables fall in between, depending on the finish.
Do you also supply hotels?
Yes. Barockgrosshandel supplies hotels, restaurants, interior designers and retailers as well as private customers. When furnishing several rooms, we are happy to agree models and quantities with you.